From root: totoo
Usage Note
Patotoo refers to evidence or a personal statement that confirms the validity of a claim. It is often used in religious contexts to describe a person's testimony of faith.
Examples
" Wala siyang patotoo. "
Natural Translation
He has no proof.
Literal Translation
None his proof.
" Ito ang patotoo ng aking gawa. "
Natural Translation
This is the proof of my work.
Literal Translation
This the proof/testimony of my work.
" Ibinahagi ng matanda ang kanyang patotoo sa harap ng buong simbahan upang patibayin ang pananampalataya ng mga kabataan. "
Natural Translation
The old man shared his testimony before the whole church to strengthen the faith of the young people.
Literal Translation
Shared by-the old-man the his testimony in front of whole church in-order-to strengthen the faith of the youth.
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